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Teacher Mark Roberts used to panic when it came to public speaking – here he explains how he conquered his nerves

While a study exploring how students perceived rewards and sanctions vindicated some of the methods Mark Roberts relied on, it also led him to question a central plank of teaching: public praise

Whether GCSE results day was joyous or agonising, don’t let it affect the rest of your summer holiday, says Mark Roberts

Our high-stakes accountability system means that sleepless nights ahead of results day are a distinct possibility. But there are some things not worth worrying about, says Mark Roberts

Scribbling in the margins is a vital tool in helping students to improve, but miscommunication can warp its impact. Mark Roberts explores the research to identify solutions to five common problems

Providing useful feedback to teachers in a department outside of your subject specialism can be challenging, says senior leader Mark Roberts, but with a little humility and the right focus, leaders can overcome issues of subject knowledge